By Susan Larson
Diamond Nation is asking the City of Fredericksburg to contribute $18 million more towards building a stadium complex to host the Hagerstown Suns and provide space for amateur baseball and softball camps and tournaments.
The total cost of the project originally had been estimated at about $25 – $30 million.
City Manager Bev Cameron made the announcement in an update to City Council during their August 12 meeting.
Registration is open through Wednesday, Aug. 20, for the Community Welcome Fair at the University of Mary Washington (UMW).
The event gives local businesses and non-profits an opportunity to introduce their goods and services to more than 1,200 potential new customers, according to the Fredericksburg Department of Economic Development and Tourism, event sponsor.
By Susan Larson
Tanya M. Richey has closed her gallery and studio at 817 Caroline St. in preparation for her move to Japan to be with family stationed near Tokyo.
The local artist is hosting a 6 – 9 p.m. farewell reception on Friday, Aug. 15, at Castiglia’s Italian Restaurant, 234 William St., Fredericksburg.
By Susan Larson
Fredericksburg’s retail vacancy rate dropped to 6.2 percent in the three months ending June 30, 2014, according to Fredericksburg’s Department of Economic Development and Tourism. It was 7.7 percent for the same period in 2013.
Retail sales tax revenues dropped 1.8 percent and lodging tax revenues dropped 1.3 percent over the same period last year. Meals tax revenue was up 1.4 percent.
Click the hyperlinks for job details. All closing dates — the deadlines for applications — are in 2014.
A weekly column on Fredericksburg.Today by Linda Clevenger, Organization Direct.
Week One of “20 Tips to Get Organized” Sharing Tips #1 – 5
By Susan Larson
Rappahannock Area Health District (RAHD) officials inspect food service establishments ” to protect the health of all food service customers.” Routine inspections ensure operators are in compliance with food safety standards and practices.
The Fredericksburg Clean and Green Commission is sponsoring its “Butts Are Litter, Too” campaign August 24 – 30, 2014. The commission wants residents and visitors to to be aware of the litter caused by cigarette butts.
By Susan Larson
Savvy Chic is moving. The upscale, repurposed painted furniture and vintage decor store at 619 Caroline St. is relocating to 17043 Merchants Dr. in Ruther Glen, Va.
A weekly column on Fredericksburg.Today by Linda Clevenger, Organization Direct.
Welcome to Week Two of my Top 20 Organizing Tips. I hope that you have implemented some of last week’s tips, and that you are on the road to getting your home, office and life organized.
By Susan Larson
Dr. Chris Neibauer will discuss his “Seven Principals of Unconditional Responsibility” at a September 16 event to benefit Startup Weekend Fredericksburg and Made in FredVa.
The longtime Fredericksburg-area resident built Neibauer Dental Care into a healthcare business with annual revenues exceeding $60 million. His presentation will focus on entrepreneurship and what it takes to achieve success.
By Susan Larson
Jay’s Downtown Sports Lounge is nearing completion. Signage has been installed on the exterior. Staff at the site Saturday said they hope to open in late-October.
Sanjay Sharma leased the 7,500-square-foot space at 409 William St. from building owner Tommy Mitchell. It was previously F. W. Sullivans, which closed in July 2013.
Sharma also owns Jay’s Restaurant and Lounge at 2030 Plank Rd.
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By Susan Larson
Registered Prenatal Yoga Teacher Maura Schneider and Skin+Touch Therapy Massage Therapist Brian Lam will lead a yoga and massage workshop for prenatal clients from 1 – 3 p.m. on Saturday, Sept, 27, 2014. The workshop will be held at Dragonfly Yoga Studio, 810 Caroline St., Fredericksburg.
By Susan Larson
Fredericksburg, home of the University of Mary Washington, is in the running for a USA Today 10 Best Readers’ Choice award. The city is among 20 contenders for “Best College Town Weekend.”
Editors with 10 Best, a division of USA Today Travel Media Group, selected “20 of America’s best getaway college towns” for an online ballot.
A weekly column on Fredericksburg.Today by Linda Clevenger, Organization Direct.
In recent weeks I’ve provided tips one through five, then six through 10 of my top 20 organizing tips.
Here are five more of my favorites — making this the list of organizing tips 11 through 15.
By FredXchange
Each week members of the FredXchange community nominate an entrepreneur of the week. This week it’s Gail Lamirata, founder of SimplyTrue, a preservative and additive free snack company.
Congratulations to Gail Lamirata – Entrepreneur of the Week!
Where did you grow up?
Titusville, Fla.
What’s your professional background?
I have a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Science
By FredXchange
Each week members of the FredXchange community nominate an entrepreneur of the week. This week it’s Linda Clevenger, founder of Organization Direct.
Where did you grow up?
By Susan Larson
Eight entrepreneurs and the teams formed around them for the third Startup Weekend Fredericksburg have been working round-the-clock to take their idea to business in 54 hours.
Here’s a sneak peek at those who will compete Sunday afternoon for the top three prizes.
By Susan Larson
Artwork submissions for Fredericksburg Main Street Initiative’s “Experience Fredericksburg” gift card contest are due by midnight, October 1, 2014.
The credit-card based gift card will be accepted at participating downtown businesses. Fredericksburg Main Street Initiative (FMSI) plans to create four card themes.
The Four Themes
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